Came on a Wednesday at 1:30p because we were craving Mediterranean. Based on the reviews we decided to make the trek here and when we arrived the liquor store owner said the food place opens next year. Not sure if renovations are happening or what but I saw a fresh package of salad and a lady in the back cleaning the kitchen. We were disappointed and left to find another spot. Also, there was a menu outside the liquor store and there was no Mediterranean food. read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Menu posted outside the liquor store - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

This place is definitely a hole in the wall. My sister ordered this platter to share and I was just amazed that it came from this location. We live only a couple of blocks away and I never knew that they now serve Mediterranean food. The presentation was beautiful and the food was delicious. The chicken in the wrap was perfect and the beef one was full of flavor. The kids loved it as well, they killed the wraps and fries in a matter of minutes. I loved all the dipping sauces and it was an enjoyable eat to try out the different flavors of sauces with the food. We will continue to show support for this business. A++++ read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - The sampler - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

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What a gem hidden inside of a corner liquor store! Popped into here for lunch with my dad (a syrian man, born and immigrated, so he knows his arabic food). I had the chicken shish tawook plate, he had the falafel "tacos" Both items were excellent. The value was high, the service was friendly... and if I didn't mention it the food was great. Ambiance was kind of funny being in a liquor store to order, but i've had great food in all kinds of gas stations.. so why not? read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Falafel tacos - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

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The people here are Kind and accommodating, I eat low carb and they are always willing to help me out. The service is kind and the food is excellent. I've consistently come back here and my whole family is excited when I bring home this to-go order. I highly recommend if you have time to sit out side and take in the setting summer sun. read more

Excellent food. Fresh and filling. Homemade. I love the flavor of the shawarma wrap. It's really good. Nice owner. Husband and wife team. Kitchen and market is very clean. I will return here when I'm in the area. read more

Good food and good portions. Prices are reasonable. No complaints on my end. Try this place out!

I randomly ordered food here because work was in the area. And we were pleasantly surprised at how good the food was! It's located inside a liquor store (super random) but you can grab snacks, or go to their juice bar. I ordered a chicken shawarma and it was delicious! It was ready in 10 mins upon ordering. It was cheap and nicely portioned. I highly recommend. read more

Been here multiple times, the food is very fresh and hot it get prepared as you order.all beef and steak never frozen and PRIME CUT !! The prices are cheaper than any other Middle Eastern / shawerma restaurant i been to read more

This is across the street from our job and we go at least once a month. Typically we order to go for work birthdays or something. The food is authentic and tasty with good portions. Last time our Pita bread was stale but besides that everything is always good and if you're in the area I recommend. It's located inside a convenience store so at first you won't be sure where you are but it's all in one. read more

Just happened to be across the street..an let me just say ..The chicken teriyaki Burger ..is one of the best chicken burgers I've had in a while ..grilled just right..tender an full of flavor ..a. The size man ..it's a must stop if ur in the area !! read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Chicken teriyaki burger - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Starving after a long night shift. A good place can not be forgotten if you ate ounce here. I really appreciate the staff very good people . The food always tastes good . Good vibe for my stomach read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Beef and chicken bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

I got this big platter that has beef shish taowk and kbab. Oh man this plate was enough for 2 grown men and we took the rest to go. The service was very welcoming and the women at the register is so pleasant. I stopped here for a bathroom break on my way to San Diego and I was blessed to try this food. read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

Doesn't look like much when you walk past but don't sleep on this restaurant. At first it might seem strange to have a liquor, restaurant combo but it's actually a cool set up. You can grab a beer while you wait for your food! Seating arrangement is not the best but the food is delicious and the people working there are super friendly. Perfect neighborhood stop. read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Shish Kabob and Kofta Kabob Combo - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

This is a great mom and pop shop to grab a fresh Mediterranean meal! it's a unique set up with a market and indoor restaurant run by some very sweet people. We ordered the Greek salad with chicken shawarma and beef shawarma on the side. The food was fresh and delicious. You could tell that it was mindfully prepared. there is an outside seating area that you can enjoy. We will definitely be back! read more

There is a lot of this type of food in this area and they all taste the same, except this place. They do something special, food was hot and fresh. Sauce was on point delicious and all the meat was cooked perfectly. I got the chicken and it was juicy flavorful. Definitely going back. I recommend to call the order in. read more

Just moved to the area and jogged by this place...what a find!! The food was so good, tasted fresh and wasn't greasy at all. It's family owned and they are super nice. I'll definitely be back! read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Combo plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

This place is definitely worth five stars. The food is filled with so much flavor! Even their American food was delicious. Which says something for it being a Mediterranean cuisine. I would come again! read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Chicken Sharwarma plat at the top, Smish Kebob plate at the bottom, and jalapeño burger that's included in the photo that was delicious - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

Just as countless others are saying, the food here is delicious and wonderfully prepared.. absolutely a hole in the wall--it may not look very inviting from the outside or surrounding area, but the people are very kind and the woman who prepared my meal was very thoughtful with her cooking and sweet in person. My first visit but definitely won't be my last! You won't regret stopping here to be nourished and pleasantly surprised read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Spicy hummus, chicken kabob and ground beef kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

How does this place have anything close to even 1 star. We order TWICE last night because they messed up our order both times. Both times we got food we didn't even order through DoorDash. DoorDash ended up refunding us twice but this place sucks. The quality is low. They can't read the orders placed. The meat is not flavorful. The hummus is overly thick and zero flavor. Literally grocery store Mediterranean food is better. This place should be ashamed same with the other reviewers. We even ordered the same thing twice to make sure it wasn't a fluke. It wasn't. This is a never again type place. read more

We came across this place by accident, and since we love mediterranean food, we decided to try it. We were a bit hesitant given that the restaurant is within a liquor store. My entire family, including teenagers who normally don't say much, were very impressed with service. From the moment they took our order, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The food took a tad big longer than we were expecting, but it was well worth the wait. The food portions were good, and the food was fresh. It was clear that they cooked to order, and it made the experience great. I will likely figure out how to go back. I wish I would have taken photos to share the great presentation. read more

Food was delicious and the staff are very friendly. The patio is a great place to sit and have lunch. Thank you! read more

La Cocina Mediterranea - Beef shawarma bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Buena Park, California

Really good food and fast and friendly service. I eat here at least twice a week and everyone is always so friendly, also the ambiance is so nice. It's a one stop shop for whatever you need. A++ read more

I am a lover of Mediterranean food, searching Google for a Mediterranean restaurant around my job, this place caught my attention because of the reviews it had, I am going to be honest when I got to the place I stayed in the car and was going to go, but I decided to go in to see what it was about, as everyone has said, it is a strange place, liquor and restaurant in the same place, but I continued to order, the lady took very good care of me and prepared the salads that I wanted in a good time, Mine was or to take away, to my surprise when I ate my salad it was very delicious and I will definitely return to try the rest of the menu. read more

Great food great service love the environment 10 out of 10 would always go back on lunch break

Food was nice. Got one beef & one chicken shawarma bowl and some falafels. Did not take too long for order to be filled. Ambiance on a Saturday night was zero - or really negative. Hit up by a sketchy guy at front door asking to buy a him drink, OK so we went in and I bought him a energy drink he picked out. Then another half dozen more sketchy guys in and out buying alcohol while waiting for our order. Food is prepared to go and we did take the order home - a dark cold & uninviting patio only place to eat. Inside is basically like a 7 eleven. Leaving, the parking lot had group of young guys hanging out smoking dope and talking sh**. Wife said food good, but she is not going back, did not feel safe. read more

What an amazing place o happen to stop and eat, this place is in a small market that's very clean inside and out and the food is absolutely delicious and fresh, the entire thing was a great experience, definitely recommend! read more

I just had the beef and chicken shawarma plate at this restaurant, and I must say, it was absolutely delicious! The portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable. I'll definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommended! read more

We ordered food several times from this place and Can I just say its one of the best mediterranean food in the area. I LOVE their garlic sauce. I know because I am obsessed with garlic sauce. And the couple that owns this liquor mart/diner are so nice. Such charming couple. My kid also loves going here for their milkshakes. 5 stars highly recommended! read more

Was happily surprised. So great will definitely come back for more!! The sampler was a great success with my fam

First time I ordered take out it was perfect but ever since then the IT dept flipped a switch and made it so you can order stuff from the store portion of the store and not the Mediterranean food I'd like to order takeout for. I don't know why they made the decision to switch to order the groceries takeout but I'm hoping it goes back to the way it was. Somebody stirred up something they shouldn't have. It wasn't broken so it didn't need fixing but somebody messed with a good thing. read more

Great Mediterranean food and amazing service. You wouldn't expect it given that the place is in a small store, but I was pleasantly surprised with how good the Kabob plate was. The meat was juicy, tender, and cooked perfectly. The friendly lady working the counter even walked out to deliver to my car after the wait. Highly recommend! read more

This hidden gem is inside a liquor store! The food itself is so good! Fair price. The workers were also super nice & helpful. The actual store had so many options, endless drink and snack options. 10/10 experience read more

Mama got down on the food GREAT HOLE IN THE WALL TO GO TO. And their salad mix is AMAZING!! Never change that very delicious. read more

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Such amazing food! The chef brought the food out to us. It was freshly made and perfectly spiced. My four-year old son is super picky, but ate the delicious chicken and hummus. We are planning to go back next week! read more

My favorite Mediterranean food ever, the portion was so big and the employees were so friendly and generous definitely coming back !

Keep in mind the staff are great, old kitchen staff and new register staff are always kind and friendly. New hours and a new menu. New owner Sam is nice, strictly business but he's nice. read more

I really like how authentic the Mediterranean food taste the chicken bowl is my favorite. The owners are kind. The location is skeptical at times but other than that this place is a gem. read more

Food was not bad but when I asked for more hot sauce the guy handed me one packet and said "here just one" they also put way too much sweet sauce on my chicken bowl it was completely drenched so didn't really get to taste anything else except the sweet sauce. Chicken had great texture though! read more

The food was fantastic and the portions are way more than I expected. The chef was extremely friendly and took pride in presenting my meal for takeout. This occurred a week ago and I'm going back tonight for dinner. read more

This place is definitely a hidden gem and my absolute favorite! Best food in Buena Park